Description

1-Chloro-3-(2-Methylpropoxy)Propan-2-Ol is a versatile chlorohydrin ether compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive chloromethyl group and an ether linkage, makes it a key building block for the production of specialty chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop complex molecules with specific functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring ether and chlorohydrin moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and coatings to modify properties like flexibility and adhesion.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Production: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers used in industrial and household formulations.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile building block for creating complex organic molecules in research and development laboratories.
• Chemical Intermediate for Ethers: Used in further alkylation and etherification reactions to produce more complex ether derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-3-(2-Methylpropoxy)Propan-2-Ol
CAS No.	42314-08-9
Molecular Formula	C7H15ClO2
Molecular Weight	166.65 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-3-isobutoxy-2-propanol; 3-Isobutoxy-1-chloro-2-propanol; 2-Propanol, 1-chloro-3-(2-methylpropoxy)-; 1-Chloro-3-(2-methylpropoxy)-2-propanol; Glycidyl isobutyl ether hydrochloride (related); Chlorohydrin ether of isobutanol; Isobutyl glycidyl ether hydrochloride (related precursor)
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-3-(2-Methylpropoxy)Propan-2-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results from methods such as GC, HPLC, and NMR are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or opaque containers until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Impurities (GC)	Individual ≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.